The University offers several postgraduate programmes across all four schools.
SPU proudly celebrates a historic milestone with the recognition of Dimpho Maboee as one of the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans 2025. She is the first SPU graduate to be honoured on this prestigious list, which annually highlights Read More …
SPU’s Master’s student majoring in Archaeology has earned international recognition for her pioneering work in African heritage and community archaeology. Idah Maniki has been selected as one of the emerging African scholars to receive a competitive travel grant to attend Read More …
Mr Freddie Manyate’s journey of growth, purpose and giving back has come full-circle. A determined and purpose driven student he completed a Diploma in Information and Communication Technology at SPU in 2021 and then progressed to the Advanced Diploma in Read More …
From student to postgraduate research advocate, Thami Tebeka is among the SPU alumni who are translating their academic journeys into meaningful institutional impact. Born and raised in Galeshewe, Kimberley, Thami began her SPU journey in 2019 with a Higher Certificate Read More …
The Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Convocation Executive Committee (EXCO) invites all SPU Alumni to the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM). This gathering offers a valuable opportunity to reconnect, reflect on our progress and shape the future of our Convocation. See Read More …
SPU alumnus, Mr Curtis Jeaven, is a powerful example of how education, purpose-driven leadership and cultural advocacy can transform communities. As part of SPU’s Youth Month feature series, his story exemplifies – and is a great introduction to – this Read More …
As the Sol Plaatje University (SPU) grows its research capacity, it will have to simultaneously increase its postgraduate programmes, especially at Master’s and Doctoral levels. It is therefore one of the strategic goals of the University to grow and promote Read More …
Demonstrating the values at the heart of SPU’s academic mission, alumna and current master’s student Ms Bridgette Bernice Brandt has achieved a remarkable milestone in the linguistics sector. She has been appointed to serve on the esteemed Language Commission Board Read More …
We are pleased to announce the availability of the Merit Award Bursary for the 2025 academic year. This opportunity is open to postgraduate students registered for PGCE, PGDip, Honours, and Master’s studies at SPU. This bursary aims to provide financial relief by Read More …
The Research Office is pleased to announce the call for applications for two Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships for 2024-2025. Post-doctoral fellows play a vital role in advancing SPU’s research initiatives, contributing significantly to our growing research stature. Fields of Study: Applied Read More …